NFC South

1. New Orleans Saints

A greater emphasis on running the ball meant the defense wasn’t going to be exposed to long drives by the opponent.

2. Atlanta Falcons

Two simple fixes; Julio Jones needs at least 8 touchdown catches and don’t ever make Vic Beasley a linebacker.

3. Carolina Panthers

Hiring Norv Turner as the offensive coordinator should fix all of their problems on offense.

4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

This is most likely the last hurrah for the current staff and possibly QB Jameis Winston. Continue reading →

Recap of Wild Card Weekend

Time Of Possession

If there is one thing the Kansas City Chiefs should have done differently in their Wild Card loss, they should have ran the ball a little bit more. Continue reading →

Atlantic Division

1. Montreal Canadiens

As long as Carey Price remains in net, they will remain atop the division.

2. Toronto Maple Leafs

The young core is getting better at a rapid pace.

3. Tampa Bay Lightning

With the return of Steven Stamkos, Tampa has their sights set on a Cup run.

4. Ottawa Senators

Their playoff run last year was something to marvel. Time to see if they can go further.

5. Boston Bruins

The youth movement has begun in Boston.

6. Buffalo Sabres

Another head coaching change means the Sabres have to get on track quickly.

7. Florida Panthers

A disappointing season means lower expectations, which could bode well for this young, but talented group.

8. Detroit Red Wings

Moving into a new arena always brings optimism, but it will be hard to overlook their flaws. Continue reading →

Week 4 Review of the NFL

Surprise, They’re 3-1

Remember all that talk about Cam Newton being in the conversation of the elite quarterbacks in the NFL? That was only two seasons ago when Carolina went 15-1 and made it to the Super Bowl. Continue reading →

NFC South

1. Atlanta Falcons

Until someone steps up in the NFC, the Falcons are the team to beat.

2. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

If the defense realizes its potential and they can consistently run the ball, the Bucs will be back in the playoffs.

3. Carolina Panthers

Getting Christian McCaffrey was the right move, but can they keep Cam Newton upright this year?

4. New Orleans Saints

This could be the last year we see Sean Payton and Drew Brees together in the Bayou. Continue reading →